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The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has reacted to the untimely passing of Sunday Olatuyi, a cameraman with ADBN Television and a member of the INEC Press Corps, IPC. The 40-year-old cameraman died on Saturday following an injury sustained after he was hit by a speeding vehicle along Lugbe, Airport Road, Abuja. Olatuyi lost his life in the fatal automobile accident while on his way home after the close of business on that day. Adedayo Oketola, the Chief Press Secretary/Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, in a statement on Sunday, lamented the untimely demise of Olatuyi who he described as…

The New Nigerian Peoples Party, NNPP, has reelected the members of its National Working Committee, NWC, to see to the affairs of the party, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party delegates unanimously voted that the National Chairman of the party, Dr Ajuji Ahmed, remains in the position along with other members of the party executives. This was the outcome of the party’s National convention held in Abuja on Saturday, attended by the Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, national leader of the party, Engr Rabiu Kwankwaso, observers from the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, among other party heavyweights. The…

A fire disaster, caused by a candlelight, has rendered an Abia couple, Mr and Mrs Godwin Nwosu, and their four children homeless in Agbama Housing Estate,  Umuahia. The inferno started when the four children had slept off, while using the candle to read their books. In their calls for help, the Couple, Mr and Mrs Nwosu said they lost all their belongings to the fire, regretting that nothing was salvaged. Mrs Nwosu, who spoke in tears, explained that the candle was lit by the children for reading before they slept off, saying that they (the couple) were not at home…

Abia Comets Football Club of Umuahia, on Saturday, drew 1-1 draw with Sunshine Stars FC of Akure, in a Southern Conference A  encounter of the Nigerian National League, NNL at the Ondo State Sports Stadium, Akure. The first half of the match ended goaless, with both sides unable to convert their chances. In the second half, Maduka Okechukwu of Abia Comet came inches close to opening the score for the visitors, but his shot was saved by Sunshine Stars goalkeeper after 55th minute. A few minutes later, Martins Cletus had a great opportunity to put the Comets ahead, when he…

The Federal Government has commended the Emir of Lafiagi, Alhaji Mohammed Kawu, and the people of the emirate for sustaining peace and supporting the operations of the Lafiagi Sugar Company, describing the community’s disposition as critical to the success of large-scale agro-industrial investments. The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Enoh, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the monarch’s palace in Lafiagi, Kwara State, as part of an inspection tour of sugar estates across the country. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Ifeoma Williams, and made available to PUNCH Online on Sunday, the minister noted that…

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has clarified that increases in transport fares during the yuletide period are not unlawful in themselves, warning, however, that exploitative or unfair practices by road transport operators will attract regulatory sanctions. The clarification was made in a statement issued on Sunday by the commission’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu. FCCPC noted that the warning comes amid complaints over arbitrary fare hikes by inter-city road transport operators across the country. It acknowledged that “Seasonal demand, operational pressures, and other legitimate cost factors may affect transport pricing. “However, consumers are entitled to clear, accurate,…

Salman Abubakar expressed confidence that nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League champions Enyimba can secure a positive result against El-Kanemi Warriors in Sunday’s clash at the El-Kanemi Stadium in Maiduguri, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Abubakar, a former El-Kanemi midfielder, remains upbeat and believes Enyimba can overcome their setbacks to give supporters something to celebrate over the festive period. “We are delighted to have arrived at Maiduguri safely, and the mood among the players is good. We are ready for the encounter on Sunday,” he said. Reflecting on his ties to the host city, Abubakar added, “As a former player of Elkanemi,…

Between keeping up with TikTok trends and whatever new gadget just dropped, it’s tough to know exactly what teens are into these days. Luckily, we can help. We may be older than teenagers, but many of us here at The Verge are kids at heart. Plus, we’ve also got a few staffers with older kids. To make your life a little easier this holiday season, we rounded up what we think are the best gifts for teens, based on our tech expertise as well as what our staff’s teens are into right now.Below, you’ll find gift ideas for many types…

For a long time, if you wanted to watch a movie on TV at home for free, you simply had to watch with a few commercials. Well, if you don’t feel like shelling out the money for Netflix or HBO Max, you’re in luck: movies with ads still exist, they’re just on ad-supported streamers. Platforms like Tubi, Pluto TV and even YouTube carry thousands of quality free movies in their libraries. This December, Watch With Us is highlighting some of the best. Whether you want a big-budget comedy like Barbie or a prestige superhero movie like Batman Begins, you can watch it…

Suspected gunmen have again struck in Niger State, abducting a woman during a midnight raid on Ebbo community in Lapai Local Government Area, heightening security concerns among residents. Residents said the heavily armed assailants invaded the community late Sunday night, firing sporadically into the air for nearly an hour to instil fear and force people indoors before carrying out the abduction. A resident, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the prolonged gunfire caused widespread panic, leaving the usually busy community deserted as no one dared to step outside. “They came around midnight and kept shooting into the air for…